MITZY – 27017

SAFE 5/11/18 BONDED WITH SIBLING APACHE – MITZY is a young kitty whose owner dumped at the shelter. Mitzy needs medical attention for some kind of fluid-filled mass in her abdomen. Please offer to foster so Mitzy can get the medical care she needs. Mitzy is very shy but is affectionate and friendly. She is attached to her sibling Apache (27018) and often tries to groom him.

S: QAR to BAR; <5% dehydrated. Very nervous and tries to flee. Ate a small amount of food. Small amount of urine in the box. No BM. Spot of liquid (and maybe food?) in the cage- unknown if this is diarrhea or vomit. No cs.

Repeat abdominal radiograph (lateral)- small bladder identified in proper place within abdominal cavity, fluid filled SQ sac remains the same in size

Plan:
CTM in medical- monitor urination closely as well as for decline in general condition
Alerted new hope- seek placement

Recommend abdominal ultrasound +/- abdominal explore

SURGERY:
Temporary waiver due to – medical condition
VET 991524

5-May-2018
Spay-Neuter Waiver Documentation
Vet Notes: 3:49 PM

[Spay/Neuter Waiver – Medical Condition]

Your newly adopted is currently temporarily waived from the spay/neuter requirements of the City of NY by the staff veterinarians due to a medical issue. Follow up care at your regular veterinarian is recommended to ensure continued treatment. Your veterinarian will advise you if surgical sterilization is appropriate.
VET 991524

KNOWN HISTORY:
Previously lived with: 1 adult and another cat
Behavior toward strangers: Very shy and keeps to herself. Will hide for a long time and takes a while to build up confidence to approach new people.
Behavior toward children: Observant, but keeps to herself. When comfortable, she can be gentle when they initiate play.
Behavior toward cats: Does fine and is tolerant, but usually keeps her distance. She is often tries to groom her sibling, the other resident cat.
Behavior toward dogs: Observant and tolerant
Energy level/descriptors: Medium activity level.
MEDICAL BEHAVIOR:
05/05/18
Observed Behavior – friendly
Cage Condition:
Cage is neat
Reaction to assessor:
Mitzy was lying in her litter box and had a low and tense body posture. Her ears tilt slightly sideways upon approach.
Reaction when softly spoken to:
Mitzy avoids eye contact and looks around the room.
Reaction to cage door opening:
Mitzy’s eyes widen and she becomes alert.
Reaction to touch:
Mitzy tolerates petting along her head and body, but her ears tilt sideways and she turns her head to watch the assessor’s hand. She continues to focus on the assessor’s hand, and then shifts her weight.
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
Mellow
VOCAL:
Quiet
CHARACTER TYPE:
Shy

Timid

Independent
POTENTIAL CHALLENGES:
Fearful
Potential challenges comments:
Mitzy has displayed fearful behavior during their stay in the care center and may be uncomfortable with extended handling. A fearful cat will feel more relaxed when given options, so provide her with the chance to move closer, investigate, or interact with you. Be sure to offer incentive such as treats or play time whenever the cat makes a small positive step.
BEHAVIOR DETERMINATION:
Experience
Behavior Asilomar
TM – Treatable-Manageable
BEHAVIOR SUMMARY:
Mitzy tolerates attention and petting but may be fearful or stressed in the shelter. She may need time to warm up to her new home and family. We recommend that this cat go to a home with experienced cat parents.
Owner Profile:

Is this cat having litter box issues?
No
Basic Information:
Mitzy is friendly but very shy and independent.
How is this cat around strangers?
Very shy. She will hide for a long time, and it will take her awhile to build confidence to approach new people. She will keep to herself.
How is this cat around children?
She observant and would keep to herself but when comfortable she can be gentle if they initiate play time with her.
How is this cat around other cats?
Mitzy has a sibling, so she’s always had the precence of another cat with her. She’s fine and tolerant and will keep her distance.
How is this cat around dogs?
Same as cats, observant and tolerates anything from them.
Behavior Notes
Mitzy is very shy but is affectionate and friendly. She is attached to her sibling Apache (27018) and often tries to groom him.
Bite history:
None.
Energy level/descriptors:
Medium
Has this cat ever had any medical issues?
No

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